Easter is one of the most widely celebrated religious and secular holidays in the United States. Rooted in the Christian faith, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after the crucifixion, it has also evolved into seasonal traditions such as Easter egg hunts, family gathering activities, Easter holidays, and travel.
In this article, we’ll explore the various types of Easter events taking place across the US, along with different ways to celebrate with your family and friends in 2026.
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🗓️ When Is Easter 2026 in the US?
This year, Easter falls on April 5, 2026 in the US. Generally, everyone enjoys a long weekend as Easter is a national holidays.1
You might notice that Easter dates change every year, but it generally falls between late March and late April.
The exact date of Easter each year is based on the lunar calendar. It is the first Sunday after the full Moon that occurs on or after the spring equinox. 2
2025: April 20th
2026: April 5th
2027: March 28th
2028: April 16th
2029: April 1st
🎉 Traditional Ways to Celebrate Easter in the US
In the US, Easter is traditionally marked by these celebrations:
Participating in
Easter egg hunts
- Children and adults hunt for hidden Easter eggs based on clues
- Location could be indoors or outdoors
Sharing Easter food with family and friends
- Families bake hot cross buns and simnel cake
- They also serve roast meat during the long weekend
Church services and community events
- Christians attend Good Friday and Easter services
- Many participate in town events and spring celebrations
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📍 Easter Events in the US (By Region)
Getting ready for Easter with the family? Here are some popular Easter events and activities across the US, New York City, and key regions that you can explore.
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☀️ The US
If you're looking for a historic and vibrant Easter outing, here are two recommendations to consider.
Event name: Eggs, Paws and Claws (Columbus, Ohio)
Location: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Type of activity: Family-friendly Easter egg hunt, photoshop with the Easter bunny, and Eggbert and Shelley's Rolling Shell-ebration
Approximate timing: April 3rd and 4th
Admission price: Admission rates into the zoo are between $20-$30
Event name: Easter Weekend Celebrations
Location: Valley Forge & Montgomery County, PA
Activity: Passover celebrations include an Easter egg hunt, bunny sightings, and an Easter brunch.
Timing: March 21 - April 19, 2026
Admission price: Easter brunch tickets are $35
🍎 New York City
If you are looking for a more artistic and music-related Easter celebration in New York City, here are two recommendations:
Event name: Bunny Wonderland
Location: Hamilton Fish Recreation Center, Manhattan
Activity: Easter egg hunt, games, arts & crafts, etc.
Timing: April 4th at 10:30-1:30pm
Admission price: Free event
Event name: Springfest Family Fun Day
Location: Musician's Oval in Archie Spigner Park, Queens
Activity: Music performances, egg hunt, pony rides, inflatables and more!
Timing: April 18th at 12-4pm
Admission price: Free
☀️ Los Angeles
If you are based in LA and looking for some Easter fun, here are two recommendations.
Event name: Hope is Alive: An Easter Musical
Location: Living Bread Ministries, Harbor City, CA
Activity: A musical about the promise of Easter
Timing: April 5, 2026
Admission price: Between $5-$10
Event name: The Egg-ceptional Easter Hunt & Celebrations
Location: 4810 W. Sunset Blvd Los Angeles, CA
Activity: Egg hunt
Timing: April 5 at 11-4pm
Admission price: Free
💫 Chicago
For those in Chicago, we've got you covered with these fun activities, too.
Event name: Spring Egg-Stravaganza
Location: Lincoln Park Zoo
Activity: Bunny parade, face painting, musical entertainment, and unlimited rides!
Timing: April 4th at 7:45-11:45am
Admission price: $20 for members & $25 for nonmembers
Event name: Gallagher Way's Easter Egg Hunt
Location: Gallagher Way, Chicago
Activity: Easter egg hunt
Timing: April 4th at 10:30am
Admission price: Free
⛵️ Miami
Now, let's look at some Easter events that will be held in Miami.
Event name: Bunny Trail Easter Bash
Location: 8300 NW St. Doral, FL
Type of activity: Interactive egg trail and family-friendly activities
Timing: March 14, 2026
Admission price: Free
Event name: Spring Into Easter Festival
Location: Gold Coast Railroad Museum Miami, FL
Type of activity: Face painting, train rides, egg hunt and more!
Approximate timing: March 21 at 10-4pm
Admission price: Tickets start at $28.29
These curated activities are suitable for the entire family, especially for kids, too!
💡 Tip for Families During Easter Celebrations
Here are some helpful tips to save a little extra and make sure everyone gets to enjoy the celebrations and special moments without any last-minute stress or disappointment.
✅ Tip 1: Book Your Tickets in Advance
Many historic sites and the local community events offer online booking with early-bird pricing.
We highly recommend booking at least a few weeks in advance to secure your preferred visit date and time, especially when it's bound to be a busy Easter weekend. This also gives you the advantage of getting the cheapest slot available for the whole family.
✅ Tip 2: Visit Midweek Instead of the Exact Holiday
Many families tend to go on a long holiday, whereby parents tend to apply for PTO earlier ahead of the Easter weekend to have less crowded experiences, shorter lines, and easier parking.
Many of the Easter celebrations run for weeks, so you can choose a weekday or a weekend where it's not too close to the exact bank holidays, so that you can avoid congestion and higher weekend pricing.
🏡 How to Celebrate Easter at Home
For those of you who prefer a homey and cosy Easter celebration at home, we’ve got you covered too! You can still have plenty of fun on a budget. All you need to do is plan simple, family-focused traditions rooted in the US.
🖌️ Decorating Easter Eggs
This activity unleashes your artistic side, regardless of your age. Usually, families will gather around the table to decorate the Easter eggs before hiding them for an indoor Easter egg hunt.
Just prepare some colored dyes, colored papers, glitter, glue, and brushes in advance, and you'll soon find yourself immersed in the whole process.
Parents, explore these fun Easter games to try out with your children.
🧁 Preparing an Easter Feast
Remember when we talked about buns, cakes, and roasted meat earlier? You can make sure everyone gets involved in the baking or roasting process.
While baking, you can remind the children about the significance of hot cross buns — where they are baked and served as a remembrance of Christ's crucifixion. If you have a sweet tooth, you can try out this lovely Simnel cake recipe too.
🎤 Singing Easter Songs
Finally, Easter is also a time to reflect on one’s faith and beliefs. An Easter celebration is never complete without a selection of songs.
Whether it’s traditional Easter hymns or contemporary worship songs, it’s certainly a wonderful time to sing and uplift your spirits — even at home.
We hope you have enjoyed the recommendations in this article, and have a good Easter celebration with your family and loved ones.
The great gift of Easter is hope.
Basil Hume, Prelate
References
- “American Holidays.” USAGov, www.usa.gov/holidays. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
- When is Easter? (2025). Rmg.co.uk. https://www.rmg.co.uk/stories/time/when-easter
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